Nesting Diaries
Nest viewed from shore with some difficulty. One adult viewed in nest. Nest seems in good repair.
Severe thunderstorms in the area have damaged this nest. The only portions of the nest in tact are the branches that are in between the channel markers. Only observed two osprey, one adult and one fledgling on the nest. However, at one point during the observation of the nest, both the adult and fledgling flew off into the trees. This is the first time I've observed the younger osprey flying. The other adult and second nestling/fledgling were not seen.
Observed two nestlings still sitting in nest. No signs that they have started flying yet. Adult female and male alternated being in the nest with the nestlings.
Observed female adult on nest and male adult on nearby branches. DId not see any of the nestlings.
Observations around 8:15 am. Second nestling clearly visible in the nest today. Female adult spent most of her time on the nest with the nestlings. Male adult seen in nearby trees.
Female osprey observed on the nest with a single nestling. Male osprey in nearby tree along shoreline. Date of clutch hatching approximate. See Photos of Nest.
Two osprey (male and female) observed in the nest on the channel marker.
Observed female adult on the nest. Saw only one of the nestlings, also in nest.